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2016ANNUALREPORT

Making Jesus Christ Known Through Word and Deed.

Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer 2001 Second Street NW,

Watertown, SD 57201

2017 Annual Mee�ng Agenda—January 22, 2017

Call to Order and Approval of Agenda Bret McGillivary, Church Council President

Opening Devo�ons Pastor Kent S'llson

2016 Annual Mee�ng Minutes Lynn Langner, Secretary p. 3 & 4

Treasurer’s Report Hugh Bartels, Council Treasurer p. 6—9

Church Council Report Bret McGillivary, Church Council President p. 5

Pastor’s Reports: Senior Pastor Kent S'llson p. 10 & 11

Visita'on Pastor Gary Westgard p. 12

Staff and Commi/ee Reports – (accepted as wri6en) p. 13—31

Presenta�on and Approval of the 2017 Proposed Budget Hugh Bartels, Council Treasurer p. 34—38

Old Business

New Business

• Call Commi6ee Report

• Council Recommends alloca'ng 2016 Budget Excess:

• Seven (7) Delegates needed for the 2017 South Dakota Synod Assembly

⇒ June 2—3 at Gloria Dei in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Elec�ons

Closing Prayers

New Council Organiza�onal Mee�ng

LCOOR 2016 Church CouncilPresident….Bret McGillivary Vice President….Kerry Stager

Secretary….Lynn Langner Treasurer………..Hugh Bartels

Term Expires 2017: Lynn Langner, Jayson Maguire, Bret McGillivary, Brian Bollinger

2018: Hugh Bartels, Connie Fannin, Kerry Stager, Barb Struwe

2019: Lisa Olerud, Tim Chandler, Mark Schulz, Barb Dohrer

2017 Church Council Nomina'ons 3 year term: Shelly Alvine, Jus'n Hanson, Terry Ulrich, Lee Hurlburt

2017 Mission & Endowment Commi6ee Nominee 3 year term: Lisa Carrico (1st term)

2017-2018 Nomina'ng Commi6ee 1 year term: Tammy DeLange, Barb Struwe, Lisa Olerud, Lynn Langner, ______________,

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Table of Contents page 2

Minutes of the Annual Mee'ng: January 31, 2016 page 3 – 4

Report from the Congrega'onal Council President page 5

2016 Financial Report: General Fund page 6

Scrip page 6

Care Fund page 6

Dedicated Fund page 7

Building Loan Balance page 8

Mission & Endowment Fund Report page 9

Pastors’ Reports: Pastor Kent S'llson page 10 & 11

Pastor Gary Westgard page 12

Pastoral Acts/Membership Sta's'cs page 13—16

Staff and Commi6ee Reports: Educa'on Commi6ee Report page 17 & 18

Evangelism & Mission Commi6ee Report page 19

Mission & Endowment Commi6ee Report page 20

Preschool Report page 21

Property Commi6ee Report page 22

Stewardship—Neighbor to Neighbor page 23

Welcoming & Caring Ministries Report page 24—27

Women of the ELCA Report page 28

Worship and Music Commi6ee Report page 29—30

Youth Ministries Report page 31

SD Synod Report: Message from Bishop David Zellmer page 32

Hunger-free Codington County 2017 Focus for the Sandwich Ministry page 33

2017 Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer Proposed Budget page 34 –38

TABLEOFCONTENTS


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MINUTESOFTHE2016ANNUALCONGREGATIONALMEETING

Submi/ed by Lynn A. Langner, Council Secretary

President Bre6 McGillivary greeted a6endees, and called the mee'ng to order at 11:35. There were 64

members in a6endance, so a quorum was met. Pastor Kent S'llson led the congrega'on in opening devo-

'ons, with a message and challenge to live life religiously. “Religiously needs to be more than just once a

week on Sunday. Our faith is always.” His prayer was for us to be God’s hands and feet.

REVIEWING MINUTES

The Minutes of the 2015 Annual Congrega'onal Mee'ng were presented for review & approval. A mo'on

was made by Hugh Bartels to approve the minutes and seconded by Chuck Langner. Mo'on carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT

Treasurer Hugh Bartels presented the 2015 Financial Report.

NOTEWORTHY:

- Total revenue down slightly due to lower preschool enrollment

- Giving up slightly over 3%

- $21,000+ budget surplus

- Year end budget excess of $37,170.63

A mo'on was made by Gordon Garnos to approve the 2015 Annual Treasurer’s Report. Second made by Lee

Freiwald, and the mo'on carried.

CHURCH COUNCIL REPORT

President Bre6 McGillivary shared his pleasure for represen'ng the congrega'on as Council President, and

referred the group to his report printed on page 5.

PASTOR’S REPORTS

President Bre6 McGillivary presented the pastors’ reports for the members’ reading.

*Pastor Kent pp 10-11; Pastor Chris p. 12; Pastor Aaron p. 13

COMMITTEE REPORTS

President McGillivary referred the mee'ng a6endees to pages 14-32 for individual staff and commi6ee re-

ports.

Following a ques'on about the interest for the Timmerman Scholarship, a mo'on was made by Sandy Al-

bertsen to accept all reports, seconded by Jannelle Wishard. Mo'on carried.

PRESENTATION AND APPROVAL of the 2015 PROPOSED BUDGET

Hugh Bartels, Treasurer (Finance Commi6ee) presented the budget for 2016. He quoted Pastor Kent by say-

ing, “With faith, that will work.” He referred a6endees to Proposed Budget pp 34-38

Other notes:

*Some new line items were added including Sandwich Ministry, Worship Music team instru-

ments, and youth & family ministries

*Building insurance cost went down because of a renego'a'on

*Money was cut from pastor mileage and added to guest preachers

* Cut from Befriender Ministry and added to God’s Work Our Hands Ministry

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* Cut from camperships and added to 6th

Grade confirma'on Camp

Following ques'ons, a mo'on was made by Don Scharn to accept the 2016 budget and seconded by Mike

Madsen. Mo'on carried.

OLD BUSINESS – None

NEW BUSINESS

Sandy Albertsen shared the recommenda'ons by the Strategic Planning Commi6ee. They have a two

'er plan: 1- Create a second experience of God’s Work Our Hands, or a “response team” to be

available year-round; 2- Expand/Revitalize the role of all members in the ministries of the church,

by puUng together a short survey of members’ talents, and training them for various church du-

'es and commi6ees.

A mo'on was made by Jannelle Wishard to accept the goals of the Strategic Planning team. Brian Bol-

linger seconded, and mo'on carried.

Council recommended alloca'ng 2015 Budget Excess (men'oned in Treasurer Report) 10% to Mis-

sions and 90% to LCOOR General Fund. Mo'on was made by Terry Ulrich to accept the recom-

menda'on, seconded by Kerry Stager, and mo'on carried.

A call was made for volunteers to be delegates and volunteer workers at the upcoming 2016 SD Syn-

od Assembly, being held on June 3-4 here at LCOOR.

ELECTIONS

APPROVAL OF NOMINATING COMMITTEE – Nomina'ons for 1-year term: Brian Holter, Sarah Orthaus,

Tammy Delange. Arlene Brandt Jensen was added. Jim Miller moved to accept, Tim Chandler se-

conded, unanimous approval.

MISSION AND ENDOWMENT COMMITTEE NOMINEE – Nomina'ons for 3 year term: Gary Grewing (1st

term), Brian Bollinger (2nd

term) Chuck Langer moved for approval, Marv Sherrill seconded, unani-

mous approval of nominees.

COUNCIL NOMINATIONS – New nomina'ons for a 3-year term were Lisa Olerud, Tim Chandler, Mark

Schulz, and Barb Dohrer. Hugh Bartels moved to accept the nomina'ons, Dan Albertsen seconded,

unanimous approval.

CLOSING

A mo'on to adjourn the 2016 Annual Mee'ng was made by Pastor Sam Ha6lestad, and seconded Gordon

Garnos. Mo'on carried.

Pastor Chris led the assembly in a closing prayer of Thanks.

2016 Execu�ve Officers for Council:

President- Bre6 McGillivary

V Pres. – Kerry Stager

Treasurer- Hugh Bartels

Secretary- Lynn Langner

MINUTESOFTHE2016ANNUALCONGREGATIONALMEETING


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ANNUALREPORTOFTHECOUNCILPRESIDENT

Submi6ed by Bret McGillivary

2016 proves yet another wonderful year to be part of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer. As I reflect on the

past years ac'vi'es, I believe it is important to remember our mission statement, “Making Jesus Christ

Known Through Word and Deed.” If there was one word to describe our year, it would have to be “change”.

While most of us don’t even like the thought of siUng in a different pew on Sunday, change is part of life

and was certainly a part of our congrega'on this past year.

This year marked the end of a few familiar faces on the staff. Nancy Brinkman, Karen Kasperson, and Pastor

Chris had all been long serving, cri'cal pieces of our Church Staff. Their dedica'on is appreciated more than

they could ever know and we wish them all the best.

As one chapter of church life ends, a new one begins. Emily Van Lith is our new Welcoming & Caring Minis-

tries Coordinator, Nikki Landmark is the new Preschool Director, and Pastor Rhonda has stepped in seam-

lessly in the interim while a search begins for a new associate pastor. I have no doubt that LCOOR will help

and guide them as they begin their service to our church.

The absence of a full 'me associate pastor and Welcome and Caring Ministries Coordinator added addi'on-

al du'es to many of our current staff. Thank you to all of you for bearing the addi'onal work load. We are

blessed with a wonderful and caring staff, and situa'ons like this show just how fortunate we are.

There are endless hours spent serving on the many commi6ees to ensure all church programs run smoothly.

You members are the backbone of our success. I encourage any of you not already involved, to be part of a

commi6ee that interests you.

We finished 2016 once again ahead of budget projec'ons, despite the need to repair addi'onal parking lot

and major repairs to our hea'ng/cooling system. We had another successful stewardship drive this fall and

our Church is blessed with so many of you willing to give your 'me, talents, and finances to our many caus-

es. So much of the success of our ministries is because of you who volunteer in programs such as Church

School, God’s Work Our Hands, ushers, music programs, quilters, youth groups, and VBS to name a few.

As I near the end of my second year as Council President, I look back at all that I have learned and the many

people that I have go6en to work with along the way. I am honored to have served with a council that is as

commi6ed and thoughXul as ours, and I am grateful to each and every council member for their service,

friendship and guidance along the way.

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FINANCIALREPORT2016


General Fund

2015 2016

Income Promised Pledges $584,055.37 $653,479.79

Non-promised Offerings $196,677.85 $164,040.05

Loose Offerings $22,537.70 $16,528.21

Church School $2,980.47 $2,847.85

Chris'an Preschool $43,307.33 $38,388.05

Other $15,977.54 $16,291.89

Interest $167.31 $184.52

Designated Mission Giving $23,722.90 $25,879.50

$889,426.47 $917,639.86

Expenses Missions $92,889.41 $100,502.40

Worship and Service $77,617.03 $80,501.89

Parish Educa'on $42,140.63 $42,927.47

Parish Youth Program $61,463.34 $66,338.25

Outreach $64,698.82 $50,339.22

Pastoral Leadership $204,868.23 $213,067.05

Church Opera'ons $111,939.84 $110,613.15

Church Home $158,365.38 $163,829.45

Preschool $53,457.28 $56,083.61

Con'ngency

$867,439.96 $884,202.49

Scrip

Reliabank $6,402.22 $6,370.86

Inventory $4,465.00 $4,890.00

$10,867.22 $11,260.86

Care Fund

Deposits $10,602.56 $7,132.39

Expenses $6,015.51 $6,892.39

Ending Balance $7,204.22 $4,828.09

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FINANCIALREPORT2016

Dedicated Fund

2015 2016

Adult Mission Trips $1,032.31 $186.97

Befriender Ministry $2,100.00 $2,100.00

Cameroon Student Fund

Capital Improvement Fund $48,059.61 $14,544.25

Coffee/Equal Exchange $1,012.77 $1,683.85

Gods Work Our Hands $0.00 $0.00

Great Hall Acous'c Project $0.00 $0.00

Handbell Choir $1,054.89 $2,774.89

High School Lunches $322.17 $1,168.34

Legal & Accoun'ng $3,717.00 $2,717.00

Liturgical Dance $0.00 $91.72

Mission & Ministry/Cong $9,700.00

Ministry Events $1,479.40 $1,479.40

Music Team Fund $739.26 $1,086.96

Parish Nurse Fund $0.00

Payee Service $416.00

Payroll Tax Refund $0.00

Praise & Rejoice Choir $743.27 $235.35

Prayer Shawl Ministry $480.84 $908.68

Preschool Dona'ons $2,315.90 $1,813.97

Preschool Scholarship Fund $1,060.00 $965.00

Sound System $840.00 $2,665.69

Summer Faith Experience $25.29

Thrivent Choice Dollars $7,725.94 $7,723.09

Use Tax $30.12 $154.31

W/ELCA Conven'ons $0.00 $0.00

Wednesday Meals $4,000.00 $6,449.05

Winter Wonderland $0.00 $0.00

Youth Development Fund $1,100.92 $127.67

High School Servant Events $1,907.02 $124.87

Middle School Servant Events $1,232.86

Youth Scholarships $1,910.17 $1,910.17

Interest $673.10 $777.56

$82,304.69 $63,062.94

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FINANCIALREPORT2016


Building Loan

Reliabank Dakota @ 3.57%

Payment = $4,411.09 per month on the 15th

Principal paid Balance of Principal Interest

$ 600,712.91

1/15/2016 $ 2,557.09 $ 598,155.82 $ 1,854.00

1/29/2016 $ 835.00 From Debt Reduc'on Offerings $ 597,320.82

2/17/2016 $ 2,514.44 $ 594,806.38 $ 1,896.65

2/29/2016 $ 1,115.00 From Debt Reduc'on Offerings $ 593,691.38

3/15/2016 $ 2,761.16 $ 590,930.22 $ 1,649.93


4/15/2016 $ 2,595.73 $ 587,489.49 $ 1,815.36


5/16/2016 $ 2,606.55 $ 583,992.94 $ 1,804.54


6/15/2016 $ 2,674.76 $ 580,613.18 $ 1,736.33


7/15/2016 $ 2,684.62 $ 577,358.56 $ 1,726.47


8/15/2016 $ 2,638.59 $ 573,297.97 $ 1,772.50


9/15/2016 $ 2,649.51 $ 570,083.46 $ 1,761.58


10/14/2016 $ 2,603.16 $ 566,810.30 $ 1,807.93


11/15/2016 $ 2,782.69 $ 562,917.61 $ 1,628.40


12/15/2016 $ 2,737.63 $ 559,359.98 $ 1,673.46


$ 21,127.15

$ 42,465.43

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MISSION&ENDOWMENTFINANCIALREPORT2016

General Non-Named Endowments Summary

Principal as of 1/1/16 24,283.34

2016 Endowment Grants (4,700.00)

Accumulated Interest (YTD) 3.37

Interest transferred from Acct # 7601 141.40

Total $19,728.11

Donald Drange Endowment Summary


Accumulated interest transferred to acct # xxx0607 (349.90)

Accumulated Interest (YTD) transferred to acct # xxx0607 349.90

$51,789.31

Leonard and Ardell Timmerman Scholarship Summary



Expenses YTD (1,522.84)

Total $40,429.46

Mission Fund Summary



Interest transferred from account ***4545 349.90

Expenses (YTD)- Endowment Grant (200.00)

Total, available to spend $ 18,422.33

Memorial Funds (reflected in Missions Summary)

Designated Memorial Monies $ 1,640.00

undesignated Memorial Monies $ 155.00

Total $ 1,795.00

Total of all funds $ 130,369.21

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PASTORKENTSTILLSON’SREPORT


I don’t fish. That sentence makes no sense to some of you. I live near a lake, in a town named aZer water

and live in the “glacial lakes” region of our state. It may seem crazy not to fish, but I don’t. In the biblical

sense, though, I am in the fishing business. Every Chris'an, every follower of Jesus, hears the same invita'on

Jesus gave when recrui'ng the disciples. “Follow me, and I will make you fish for people.” Peter and An-

drew, Zebedee and John changed the focus of their fishing, from fishing with boats and nets to fishing with

God’s Word and the Holy Spirit (Ma6hew 4: 18 – 22).

Following the crucified and risen Lord Jesus changes our perspec've on the world and ourselves. Spiritual

fishing is more difficult than the lake kind, but the “catch” is superior in the Jesus kind of fishing.

Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer is made up of hundreds of fisher-people, women and men, young and old.

The goal is the same for all – to love God and serve neighbor. In the language of our mission statement, “We

Make Jesus Christ Known Through Word and Deed.”

What follows is a fishing report. Yes, we did literally have a LCOOR Fishing League this summer, but that is

not the kind of fishing I am repor'ng.

Big changes came in 2016 with change in staffing. Karen Kasperson re'red in June as LCOOR Preschool Di-

rector/Teacher aZer 22 years of service. We are thankful for the 100’s of young lives that Karen influenced

academically and spiritually. We celebrated Karen’s ministry with our youngest children with a recep'on and

special guests of her former students. Nancy Brinkman re'red in July as Welcoming and Caring Coordinator

aZer serving faithfully and gracefully for 26 ½ years. We miss Nancy’s great care for God’s people among us

and her vast knowledge of LCOOR people, but we celebrated Nancy’s ministry among us and are glad she is

staying close by in re'rement. Associate Pastor Chris Matson accepted a new call in August to Peace Luther-

an in Sioux Falls, aZer serving LCOOR for 8 years. Again, we thanked, celebrated and said farewell to a be-

loved minister.

AZer a lengthy interview process, a new Welcoming and Caring Coordinator begins work January 1, 2017.

You will learn about Emily Van Lith on page 24 in this booklet. A Call Commi6ee has been put in place and

will begin its work in January of puUng together a church profile and iden'fy the kind of Associate Pastor

that will best fit our “fishing” (pastoral) needs.

In the mean'me, Church Council has contracted with an interim pastor, Rhonda Hanisch, for 2/3 'me. Pas-

tor Rhonda commutes from Brookings, is with us 2 full days a week plus weekends, and will be with us as in-

terim pastor un'l she receives a permanent call or we Call a new associate pastor. Please note: Pastor Rhon-

da is a REAL fisherwoman – she even has a dead fish hanging on the wall in her home!

Stewardship helps fund our fishing/ministry endeavors. Using the focus of Jesus’ great commandment, the

fall stewardship campaign theme was “Neighbor to Neighbor”. Fishermen and fisherwomen delivered stew-

ardship bags to 900+ of our households. In the bag were the stewardship essen'als: prayer card, commit-

ment card, offering envelopes and explana'on of our ministry priori'es. Page 23 in this booklet are the

stewardship results. We have made Chris'an stewardship a priority for our congrega'on the past few years,

and God has con'nued to bless us with generous and faithful people. And lots of stewardship bag deliverers!

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PASTORKENTSTILLSON’SREPORT

Summer Ministry Makes for Great Fishing among our young people. We had more youth a6end a week of

Bible Camp or mission trips through Lutherans Outdoors than we have had in years! A new summer camp

experience in 2016 was Pre-Confirma'on Camp for our 6th

graders who would start confirma'on in the fall.

Camp was held at NeSoDak, Pastors Kent and Chris taught “The Bible” for three hours each morning at camp

and the rest of the day was spent in the usual camp ac'vi'es.

We were blessed with so many kids going to camp, that in 2017 we will be crea'ng a one-day fundraising

event to fund the mission of youth summer ministry.

One of the promises Jesus gives is that he loves us so much that he never leaves us where we are. Christ

con'nues to do new things among us and with us. In other words, CHANGE. New people, new leaders, new

worship 'mes, new ways of doing the fishing ministry known as Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer.

We have a highly commi/ed group of “fishing guides” – our paid staff and elected leaders. I am thankful

for their commitment to Jesus and their love for God’s people. We have commi6ed “fishing guides” who

provide leadership on church council, the various commi6ees and people who work hard in service and in

prayer. I consider my role as Senior Pastor to be one who supports the mission work (the fishing for people)

that every bap'zed follower of Jesus is called to be involved with. It is a privilege to serve/fish with people.

At 'mes, in order to do our “fishing” be6er, we need to:

rock the boat,

cast the nets on the other side of the boat,

go out to deeper waters,

be out on the lake when a raging storm comes up.

But we do this mission work of Christ – fishing for people – trus'ng the promise of Jesus. The promise of

Jesus that He is with us always and the promise of Jesus that he gives us the Holy Spirit to “make the catch.”

Pastor Kent Stillson

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VISITATIONMINISTRYREPORT


So what does a Visita'on Pastor do? Well, mainly he or she visits. There are members of Lutheran Church of

Our Redeemer who are not able to gather as oZen as they might wish with their community of faith, and

when those good people are not able to come and join us in worship, then I go to them.

As I write these words, there are 15 such members who live in their own homes, and 23 members who re-

side in assisted living facili'es and nursing homes. I strive to visit each of these friends at least once per

month. We spend 'me in conversa'on and prayer, and we share the Lord's Supper together.

Once in awhile I am asked to lead in worship and/or preach, and once in awhile I am asked to conduct a fu-

neral service.

My “Call” from Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer began in June of 2016. It is a part-'me posi'on that re-

quires 20-30 hours per month. I receive an hourly wage and mileage reimbursement.

I thank you, members of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer, for the opportunity to serve in this way. I am

blessed by those I visit. These friends are perhaps weak in body, but strong in faith and wisdom, and I get to

learn from them.

Pastor Gary Westgard

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PASTORALACTS&MEMBERSHIPSTATISTICS

Baptisms – Child (45) Trace Joseph Thompson Brooklyn Eleanor Swedeen Tucker Jaxon Dahl Briggs Eagan Miles Brogan Eadric Miles Chevelle Paige Swenson Hunter Dale Henkensiefken Miles Elliot Blauer Tucker Arthur Cole Taylon Nelson Masloski Hadley Marie Brinkman Brody Stewart Bloom Vayda Ann Schmig Amelia Grace Harms Ava Ann Rieffenberger Charlie Marie Waller Amiri Mykal Hauck Avery Marie Russell Lynken Lynn Reichling Ellyson Jean Shepherd Easten Joshua Petersen Logan Henry Pearson Landon Benjamin Simon Eleanora Gertrude Shepherd Madelynn Louise Cordell Saylar Leraine Kirschenmann Mazikeen Marie Chase Kylie Nichole Sjurson Maxten Michael Stolp Alexus Jo Sigurdson Emersyn Kay Iverson Nash Carson Purdy Olivia Scott Leitheiser Aiden Michael Leitheiser Brooks Michael Buhler Keelan Duane Stark Isabella Gwendolynn Irene Schaeffer Madelynn Alice Schaeffer Laikyn Evanell Engel Logan Neal Schafer Emmalyn Jane Fisher Avery Lynn Buhler Brooklyn Marilyn Fryer Jack William Griffith Grayson Michael Hooth

Adult Baptism (1) Ashley Leigh Miller

Confirmed – Youth (28)

[October 29, 2016 (9 People)

Evan Thomas Falconer Lucas Charles Langerock Dylan Brock Lau Jarrett Patrick Mettler Maggie Rose Peterson Cayden Bradley Schmeling

Josi Janice Solsaa Cael Andrew Sutton Logan Allen Visser

[October 30, 2016; 8:30am] (7 People)

Natalie Ann Anderson Gracie Lynn Ebsen Jayla Michael Haight Carter Anthony Kneeland Jacob William Dean Rook Maddilyn Jo Spiering

Sophie Ryan Tietz

[October 30, 2016; 10:30am] (12People)

Tyler Aaron Althoff Rainie Belle Devine Megan Marie Dockter Megan Kate Fannin Cooper Allen Heiser Jason Dennis Jensen Isabella Pearl Karst Gabrielle Nichole Mischke Brady Allan Mooney

Lucas Joseph Phillips Emma Jo Polchow McKenna Jennifer Tvedt

Deaths/Funerals/Memorial Services (24) *Joseph “Joe” Ronald Gene Moeller *Bonnie Ray Kallenberger Gertrude H. Schumacher Robert Charles Madsen Robert Munsterman Roland M. “Rollie” Lambert *James O. “Jim” Ellingson *Donald J. “Don” Pahl Mari K. Pickering *Ruth Elizabeth Stumley Hanson Mark E. Gast *Clifford E. Stemwedel *Jan L. McNamara Ilene O. Paulsen Gale V. Oldre Clayton Darwin Carlson *Melvin W. Bachman *Hazel W. Nygaard Janet Lee Chapin Donald Eugene Crouse Teresa Karil Grieshaber Gordon R. Garnos Eleanor M. “Ellie” Jenson Lucille Vivian Eide

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New Members Received (26Households [64 People])

[April 24, 2016] (9 Households; 17 People)

Tehya Buck From: IC Catholic Church Roman Catholic

Valari J. Burts From: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Maryville, Tennessee ELCA

Janie Fox From: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota ELCA

Matt Hegg & Mindy Grensberg From: Adult Confirmation & Clark United Methodist Church, Clark, South Dakota

Randy & Leanne Johnson From: Hosanna Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota NALC

Justin & Lynnette Ingalls From: Celebrate Community Church, Sioux Falls, South Dakota non-Lutheran

Dr. Tom & Chala Lechner and sons, Stephen & David From: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Aberdeen, South Dakota ELCA

Nathan & Brittany Russell and child Jayden From: St. Catherine Church, Luverne, Minnesota Roman Catholic

Immanuel Lutheran Church Canova, South Dakota ELCA

Charles Shuchard From: Cornerstone, Watertown, South Dakota

[October 29 & 30, 2016] (3 People)

Rainie Belle Devine Confirmed Youth

Cael Andrew Sutton Confirmed Youth

Logan Allen Visser Confirmed Youth

[November 6, 2016] (17 Households; 44 People)

Carl & Sharon Bevers From: Trinity Lutheran Church, Estelline, SD ELCA

Bill, Stephanie & Rumley Devine From: Roman Catholic

Brady, Leeann, Liam & Lucy Diercks From: Bethel Lutheran Church, Rochester, MN ELCA

Gerald & JoLana Ehli From: Calvary Lutheran Church, Rapid City, SD ELCA

Pauline Ellefson From: Trinity Lutheran Church, Estelline, SD ELCA

Alberta Frerichs From: Trinity Lutheran Church, Hawardan, IA LCMS

Dan, Deanna & Ben Hickel From: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, SD ELCA

Jay, Tara, Kreu & Aysa Johnson From:

Elliott, Stephanie & Briggs Kinnander From: Grace Lutheran Church, Sisseton, SD ELCA

Nazareth Lutheran Church, Armstrong, IA ELCA

Dan & Pam Kohls From Peace Lutheran Church, New London, MA ELCA

Shawn and Kasey Lenning From: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, SD ELCA

Paul, Ty, Kate & Ava Luken From:

Paul & Kathryn Macek From: Salem Lutheran Church, Peoria, IL ELCA

Codi Martin & Tyler Poppen From: St. John’s Lutheran, Webster, SD ELCA

United Methodist Church, DeSmet, SD

Thomas, Nikki, Madelynn & Isabella Schaeffer and Connor From:

Tyler, Jamie, Karsyn & Gracyn Tarbox From: Trinity Lutheran Church, Tea, SD ELCA

Brian, Ashlea, Hannah, Miah & Sean West From: Roman Catholic & LCMS

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Marriages (15) *Donica Ann Anderson & *Andrew James Thronson

*Kelsey Adron Halverson & Eric Gene Grimes

Marti Lynn Pederson & *Ryan David Heller

*Kelsey Rae Bortnem & Alexander Steven Kjellsen

*Elizabeth Anne Sheehan & Carson James Burghardt

Lauren Marie Jennings & Travis James Ellingson

*Ashley Marie Engels & Bobby Lee Gasper

Jeannette Marie Lawson & Eric William Beutler

Whitney Marie Rossman & Brendan Dale Koistinen

Heidi Nicole Norgaard & *Lance David Hochstatter

Tehya Cheyenne Buck & Brenton Leslie Griffith

Angela Jolyn Simon & *Tyler James Benthin

Melinda Faye Grensberg & Matthew David Hegg

Ashley Leigh Miller & Cory James Anderson

*Haley Marie Klinkel & *Philip Dean Melmer

Members Removed by Request (1Household [2People]) Jerry & Marilynn Sour

Members Removed Actively Involved/Worshipping at a Non-Lutheran Church or Moved Away

(11Households [26 People]) Samuel & Jessica Billings and children Shawnta, Shelby, Alexander & Allie

Nicholas Bradshaw (child)

Todd & Michelle Breske and children Alysson & Paige

Tina Carpenter and children Emily Stricherz & Kyle Carpenter

Marlea Vatne (child)

Cheyanne Lyons (adult child)

Chuck Denly

Allan Husby and adult child Lori

Bob & Jolene Spilde and adult children Staci Simons, Tyler & Jordan Spilde

Allison Marie Konrady

Adam Konrady

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Members Transferred Out (18Households [42People]) Shirley Duke and adult child Kyle Duke To: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota ELCA

Ron & Jeane Simley and adult child Stephanie Simley To: South Canyon Lutheran Church, Rapid City, South Dakota ELCA

Doug & Karen Skinner and adult child Jennifer Skinner To: Hosanna Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota LCMC

Robert & Tamara Boes To: Family Worship Center – Four Square, Watertown, South Dakota non-Lutheran

Austin (AJ) DeLange To: King of Glory Church, Sioux Falls, South Dakota NALC

Morgan (DeLange) Robey To: Ransom Church, Siioux Falls, South Dakota non-Lutheran

Abigail (Abbi) Brandsrud To: Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota Lutheran Missouri Synod

Katie (Orthaus) Berg To: Trinity Lutheran Church, Owatonna, Minnesota ELCA

Gabriel Thyne To: Hosanna Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota LCMC

Stacey & Sheri Rothenberger To: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, South Dakota ELCA

Virgil & Geri Mahlen To: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota ELCA

Roger & Susan Konrady To: Hosanna Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota LCMC

Pastors Aaron & Chris Matson To: Peace Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, South Dakota ELCA

Scott & DeDe Gilbertson and adult sons Kirk & Brant To: Hosanna Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota LCMC

Gerry & Lana Norgaard To: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota ELCA

Kyle & Betsy Debertin and children Berniece, Milton & Oliver To: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Bismarck, North Dakota ELCA

Tammy Hendrickson and children Bauer, Beckett and confirmed child Aidan White To: Cornerstone United Methodist Church, Watertown, South Dakota Methodist

Darrin & Ashlee Norgaard and children Dylan and Hunter To: Grace Lutheran Church, Watertown, South Dakota ELCA

Membership Statistics Year Ending 2015: Year Ending 2016: Baptized: 3215 Baptized: 3240 Confirmed: 2358 (typo last year) 2359 Confirmed: 2366

Average Weekly Attendance

2015: 667 2016: 661

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EDUCATIONCOMMITTEEREPORT

Submi6ed by Angela Terhark

Commi6ee Members: Nikki Landmark (Commi6ee Chair), Karin Freiwald, Gwen McGillivary, Renae Madison,

Denise Schmahl, Paula Orthaus, Julie Kneeland, Christy Crook, Kjersten Fisk, Tammy DeLange, Codi Hanson,

Chris'na Althoff, Robyn VanMeter, Lynn Langner (Council Liaison)

Church School

2015/16 2016/17

Sunday: 155 133

Wednesday: 196 188

Total Enrolled: 351 321

Teachers, Subs'tutes, Music Leaders, Resource Room A6endants, & Misc. Volunteers: 80+

We are using Spark Curriculum from Augsburg Fortress with online access to resources for Preschool-4th

Grade and Connect for Grades 5-6.

Church School Offerings of $2,847.85 were collected and designated towards the Mission of the Month along

with VBS $700.00 to Salva'on Army School Supplies and LWR School Kits totaling $3547.85.

January: $330.51 to Nicaragua Partner Ministry

February: $340.71 to Lutheran Outdoors

March: $223.63 to ELCA World Hunger/Global Health Ministries

April: $370.39 to Pine Ridge

May: $205.06 to St. Dysmass

August: $700.00 to Salva'on Army School Supplies Drive & LWR School Kits

September: $260.27 to Lutheran Campus Ministries

October: $516.89 to Cameroon Partner Ministries

November: $316.08 to One Roof Program (Salva'on Army)

December: $284.31 to LCOOR Care Fund

Pass the Faith

Each Grade a6ends a Pass the Faith Event with their parents. Prekindergarten discusses prayer, Kindergar-

ten covers bap'sm, 1st

Grade studies devo'ons, 2nd

Grade takes First Communion classes, 3rd

Grade receives

and studies the Bible, 4th

Grade does a service project, and 5th

and 6th

Grade take part in worship and acolyte

training.

First Communion

Par'cipa'ng in the First Communion instruc'on classes were 32 students. Class was held Thursday evening

or Saturday morning prior to Maundy Thursday, with the majority a6ending Thursday evening. They re-

ceived their First Communion March 24, 2016 during the Maundy Thursday worship service.

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EDUCATIONCOMMITTEEREPORT


Christmas Program

Stars, Angels, Shepherd’s, Kings: A Children’s Christmas Musical by Patrick Messick.

The Program was held Sunday, December 18 at 9:30 AM and Wednesday, December 21 at 6:30 PM. The stu-

dents prac'ced the two weeks prior to their program dates.

Adult Studies

Sunday morning’s Bible study meets during the church school hour. Paula Orthaus leads a Woman’s Study

on Wednesday during church school at 5:30 pm. In the first half of 2016, a Thursday morning Bible study met

with Pastor Chris at 10 am.

Vaca�on Bible School

VBS was in August. We had a blast learning & Discovering in 2016 with Deep Sea Discovery! Ages 4-4th

Grade with 5th

/6th

assis'ng. Around 150 kids and 75 volunteers!! 3 Nights (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

from 5:30-8:30 PM. The children learned how God is with them and will watch over them wherever they go!

Meals & snack were provided. The children concluded their week with singing at the Lake Service the Sunday

aZer VBS!

The offering total for the VBS was - $700.00. The offering was divided between Salva'on Army School Supply

Drive, a local mission, and LWR School Kits to purchase school supplies, a global mission.

Camp

Summer Ministry Explosion: We had 142 from Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer spend a week at camp this

summer of 2016 at one of our Lutherans Outdoors camps. This is quality ministry happening, and it takes

hard work for leaders to recruit kids, arrange for transporta'on and pay ½ of the expense for the kids. We

are thankful for a quality of ministry such as Lutherans Outdoors and for parents who see the Chris'an value

of camp!

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EVANGELISM&MISSIONCOMMITTEEREPORT

Submi6ed by Julie Rude, Team Member

Commi6ee Members: Pam Raeder, Nyla Bergan, Dave Johnson, Ken & Renae Madison, Buck Crouse, Nancy

Brinkman (Staff), Pastor Kent S'llson, Connie Fannin (council liaison), and Julie Rude

Hunger-Free Codington County Sandwich Ministry. Volunteers have really made this ministry soar

to new heights. In April, a public honor was received from the Salva'on Army for our efforts with this pro-

gram. Many of our congrega'onal members con'nue to bake cookies; a real treat for those on the receiving

end. At the present 'me, 165 sack lunches are prepared, bagged & delivered three 'mes a week. Lutheran

Church of Our Redeemer, as well as other organiza'ons from our community, have given financial support to

this ministry. 100% of all dona'ons go directly to purchase food. *2017 Focus can be found on page 33.

Missions of the Month con'nue to be liZed up. These ministries are supported not only by your dona-

'ons, but by the “noisy offerings” and the church school offerings. We are making a difference in our com-

munity, our na'on & our world.

God's Work, Our Hands Sunday – Sept. 11th

. This event drew quite a crowd! 200+ men, women & chil-

dren from LCOOR volunteered their 'me to work on over 21 projects throughout the community. Thanks to

the Fellowship Team for hos'ng a light supper and a 'me to gather to share our stories. Special thanks to the

“God's Work, Our Hands” commi6ee for making this day happen.

Charitable Pheasant Hunt. Thanks to Al & Pam Raeder for hos'ng this event once again. The hunt gen-

erated $4,123.00 for the Lutheran Church of Nicaragua to assist with “the farm”. There will be some changes

to this event in 2017. Watch for more details.

“Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path” Psalm 119:105. This was the theme of our Win-

ter Wonderland display out at City Park. Due to high winds for 3 days, the display suffered lots of damage

and was a total loss. A new theme and new display will be needed for 2017. If you would like to help with

this effort, contact any one of our commi6ee members.

Pine Ridge. In June, adult congrega'onal members went on a mission trip to Pine Ridge. Those who trav-

eled across the state were instantly connected. LCOOR has been asked to help provide items for an aZer

school program and to set up the room. If there is interest, another trip may be planned.

You can be very proud of this congrega'on for pitching in when needed. If you would like to be more in-

volved with the congrega'on or its ministries, please feel free to contact any of our commi6ee people listed

above or contact the church office.

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MISSION&ENDOWMENTCOMMITTEEREPORT


The Mission and Endowment Fund was established by a resolu'on of the Church Council on January 12,

1988, and was called The Trust Fund. A by-law change approved at the 2014 Annual Mee'ng of the congre-

ga'on changed the name to “The Mission and Endowment Fund”.

The purpose of the Mission and Endowment Fund is to provide a vehicle for accep'ng dona'ons to Lutheran

Church of Our Redeemer. Memorials and planned estate giZs received by LCOOR go into the fund. Earnings

from the Endowment Fund transfer into the Mission Fund one 'me annually and grants that benefit LCOOR

ministries can be awarded.

In 2016 the Mission and Endowment Fund funded 8 LCOOR ministries. Because of the generosity of the

Drange Endowment and many others, $4,900 in grants were awarded during worship on March 13.

Grants awarded in 2016 include:

• LCOOR Liturgical Dance ($200)

• LCOOR Prayer Shawl Group ($500)

• LCOOR Quilters ($500)

• LCOOR Parish Educa'on Commi6ee for risers for children’s programs ($750)

• LCOOR Bell Choir for Hand Bell maintenance and refurbishing ($1000)

• The three LCOOR Worship Team for Leadership Training ($1000)

• Wednesday Night Meals at LCOOR ($500)

• LCOOR Evangelism and Mission Team for Watertown Community Senior Meals Program ($450)

We are grateful for the generous financial giZs that con'nue to support the work of Jesus Christ through the

people of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer.

The commi6ee also administers the Leonard and Ardell Timmerman Scholarship Fund. Three $500 scholar-

ships were awarded as directed by the Timmerman family. The 2016 recipients were:

• Kennedy Tietz

• Madison Fox

• Logan Tupper

Current commi6ee members include: Brian Bollinger (Chairman), Mike Madsen (Treas), Terry Rydell , Karen

Amundson, Kevin Luoma, and Gary Grewing. Pastor Kent S'llson is an ex-officio member.

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PRESCHOOLCOMMITTEEREPORT

Submi6ed by Nikki Landmark and Christy Crook, LCOOR Preschool

We were blessed to have 40 children enrolled in the Spring Semester (Jan.-May), and 49 children enrolled in

the Fall Semester (Sept.-Dec.). Each child’s individual personality is what makes teaching so much fun. We

enjoy sharing the Bible stories and songs along with introducing the child to early literacy skills, math skills,

and building their social skills. Our Classroom Bible verse is “Teach children how they should live, and they

will remember it all their life.” Proverbs 22:6

The Pre-Kindergarten class meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This class is for 4 & 5 year olds. The

cost is $95.00 monthly. The morning session is from 8:30-11:30 am and the aZernoon session is from 12:30-

3:30 pm. The curriculum focuses on helping children become aware of the sound associated with the le6ers

in the alphabet and how to correctly write the le6ers. We prac'ce correctly wri'ng the child’s name. We

help the child build good socializa'on skills and direct them into the development of key classroom-life skills.

The Preschool class is for three & four year olds. This class meets Tuesday & Thursday. The morning class is

from 9:00-11:00 am. The cost of tui'on is $65.00 monthly. Children are involved in the world of play in the

sensory table, water table, pain'ng ac'vi'es, and drama'c play. They learn shapes, colors, numbers, alpha-

bet, and start to recognize their first name.

LCOOR Preschool commi6ee members: Lacey Grabow, Laura Ruesch, Bri6any Miller, Kerry Stager, Barb Stru-

we, Nikki Landmark, and Christy Crook.

Commi6ee members and preschool parents provided food and served one of the Lenten meals.

The spring fundraiser consisted of Rada Cutlery and Greater Midwest Fundraising. The profit of those two

fundraisers was $2,569.10. The amounts earned in the fundraisers were used to further LCOOR preschool. A

special thank you to the members of our congrega'on for your purchases. The spring of 2017, we do plan on

doing the Rada fundraiser and sell the meat that has gone over so well in the past.

We did have a Christmas program for the Pre-K students in December. We had treats and juice aZerwards.

Fun was had by all.

Thank you to our Thrivent Financial for Lutheran members who directed their Choice dollars to our pre-

school. $1,265.00 was donated. Also, thank you to those using SCRIP.....$640.56 in proceeds were trans-

ferred over to the preschool. Thank you!!

We thank the parents (and grandparents) for bringing their children to our preschool. God’s blessings to you

in 2017.

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PROPERTYCOMMITTEEREPORT


Submi6ed by Commi6ee member Allen Rude

Commi6ee Members: Pam Raeder, Chuck Langner, Doug Alvine, Tony Kneeland, Tim Peterson, Allen Rude,

Jerry Rieber, Francis Kearney, Custodian Adam Lauseng, and Council Liason Brian Bollinger.

The Property Commi6ee thanks the many members who volunteered countless hours to keep our property

in order. Cleaning, mowing, landscape work, seUng up for events, Sunday morning coffee prepara'on, and

many other chores were completed throughout the year.

Three major projects undertaken this year were:

1) Another sec'on of our asphalt parking lot failed this spring. Since the area was in the main driveway en-

tering the property, concrete paving was the choice made. Heavy traffic loads during the spring thaw has

damaged asphalt areas requiring the replacement.

2) The landscape on both sides of the front entrance doors required new rock replacement and bushes. The

original landscape bushes were dead, overgrown, and in need of replacement. Regrading and sloping the dirt

to provide drainage away from the Church building prompted this project. This project was completed this

spring for 'mely plan'ng and also for upgrading property appearance for the large Synod mee'ng in June.

3) The HVAC control system for the Church was outdated. Some equipment was obsolete and required man-

ual opera'on. Johnson Controls went through the system and with Adam came up with changes and new

equipment to provide proper opera'on. Along with efficiency and be6er control, we should see some sav-

ings in u'lity costs for the Church.

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STEWARDSHIP—NEIGHBORTONEIGHBOR

Thank you to the hundreds of people from Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer who par'cipated in the Neigh-

bor to Neighbor Stewardship emphasis this fall. It has been truly a successful and unique way to not only

grow our mission dollar amount, but to also grow in our family to family connec'ons as a church. Friendships

were developed and neighbors were met, as people visited and delivered stewardship informa'on. Here are

some numbers of par'cipa'on:

900+ stewardship bags were decorated by church school kids.

900+ addresses were coordinated into groups of 10 – 15 for delivery.

85 families delivered stewardship bags to the 900+ families of LCOOR.

Because of all this stewardship work and because of people’s generous giving, this congrega'on will con'nue

to love and serve the Lord and all God’s people.

As of December 31, 2016 here are the specific results:

314 families returned Es�mate of Giving Cards, promising $695,116.00 in offerings for 2017. Both these

numbers are higher than last year’s stewardship results!

88 of the 314 families returning Es'mate of Giving Cards indicate their Pledged amount is higher than last

year. This is good news!

The Church Council will use these financial promises to build the mission plan (budget) for LCOOR for 2017,

using the same planning process as the past few years.

Thank you for all your commitment and serving the Lord.

Stewardship Commi6ee: Al Lawrence, Bob Jenson, Tim Chandler , Bryan Gaikowski, Dorothy Synstad,

Grant Titze , Jus'n Hanson, Tom Munger, Donna Hamre and Kent S'llson

2016 Sta�s�cal Report on Family to Family Results

A total of 314 giving units (husbands and wives or single persons) completed Es&mate of Giving Cards this year.

A total of 88 of these giving units increased their financial commitment above their last year’s amount.

A total of 314 giving units filling out Es&mate of Giving Cards commi6ed a total of $695,116.00.

Based on last year’s giving records, we can expect to receive $181,163.00 during the coming year from people

who have consistent giving pa6erns during the past twelve months but did not submit an Es&mate of Giving

Card.

Based on the average total of loose offering during the past three years, we can expect to receive $20,000

during the coming year from that source.

Church income from non-donor sources such as interest, rentals, pre-school and fees $51,270.00.

This gives us a grand total of $947,549.00 an'cipated income for the next twelve months.

The total income for our general opera'ng budget during the last twelve months was $917,062.86.

Next year, we can expect our opera'ng budget income to increase by $19,704.00

This is a .97% increase in total giving above last year.

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WELCOMING&CARINGMINISTIRESREPORT


Welcome from Emily Van Lith, Welcoming & Caring Ministries Coordinator

I was born in Bri6on, SD and raised on a grain farm. Growing up in a small community it was natural that my

church family became extended members of my personal family. We looked to each other in 'mes of need

and celebra'on. I am looking forward to the transi'on from a LCOOR member to a staff person. I truly be-

lieve that we all have been given giZs from God to serve one another with love and gra'tude. I graduated

from Presenta'on College (Aberdeen, SD) and have been working as a Registered Nurse for 10 years. I may

be new to the art of ministry but the “business” of caring is ingrained in every cell of my being. My goal is to

make everyone who walks in our doors feel welcome and would like my ministry to incorporate your mind,

body and spirit. For those who know me personally would say that I am truly a people person and take pride

in my work. My husband, Mike, and I made our home in Watertown nearly 4 years ago. We have two vibrant

daughters: Kennady (6yr) and Riley (3yr). We live near Lake Kampeska and enjoy being outdoors every minute

we can spare. I also enjoy craZing, decora'ng, and traveling. Thank you for allowing me to serve you and I

am anxious to get to know each of you!

Groups, Commi6ees & Ministry: Welcome Center Hosts, Hospitality Hosts, BeFrienders, Care Commi6ee,

Newborn Baby Visits, Hospital & Home Visits, Prayer Chain, Prayer Shawl Group, Quilters Group, Fellowship

Commi6ee, Misson & Evangelism Commi6ee, Grief Group, Widow & Single Women Group, Strategic Planning

Teams, God's Work. Our Hands, women's Bible study groups and new member rela'ons.

Submi6ed by Nancy Brinkman – Welcoming & Caring Ministries Coordinator

'In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.' 1Thessalonians 5:18

As I reflect on the past 26+ years as I worked alongside the members and staff of Lutheran Church of Our Re-

deemer, I cannot help but 'give thanks' for the friendships and experiences that I have experienced. I thank

each of you for your work in making our congrega'on a welcoming and caring community of believers. You

and many others have been ac'vely involved in the many ministries, both inside and outside the walls of our

congrega'on. It was a busy and exci'ng year with new challenges, experiences and changes in our ministries

and staffing.

LCOOR was honored to serve as the host congrega'on for the Annual South Dakota Synod Assembly held June

2 – 4, 2016. AZer much planning, organizing and coordina'ng volunteers and supplies, along with guidance

from the Synod Office staff, we welcomed 500 ELCA Lutherans from all parts of South Dakota and beyond for

this 2 ½ day event. LCOOR members came out in force to serve as volunteers – gree'ng, serving and welcom-

ing our guests. Volunteers assisted with parking, gree'ng, ushering, hospitality, informa'on & registra'on,

set-up & tear-down, serving coffee breaks, meals and so much more! Our members did a fabulous job of

making our guests feel welcome as we as a congrega'on worked together. We 'give thanks' for the oppor-

tunity to have served others in our SD Synod in this way and are truly blessed with the many willing volun-

teers who stepped up to help with this event.

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We also 'give thanks' for the many members who served in the following ministry areas in 2016:

BeFriender Ministry – These trained caring individuals con'nue to serve as they provide listening ears

and companionship to the lonely, shut-ins, homebound, those dealing with life issues or in need of company.

Five women – Sandy Albertsen, Shelly Alvine, Tammy DeLange, Nancy Hlavacek and Lynn Langner, par'cipat-

ed in the June training and were commissioned. They join other ac've BeFrienders who con'nue to meet on

a regular basis for addi'onal training and support.

Caring Commi/ee – Paula Orthaus and Sharon Brandsrud con'nue to coordinate a team of volunteers

who send cards of congratula'ons, encouragement, sympathy, get well, children’s birthday cards and more

to LCOOR members and friends. This group also organizes the baking and delivery of cookies delivered to

New Member families.

Childcare/Nursery Care - The li6lest people of our congrega'on were nurtured and cared for on Sunday

morning and Wednesday evenings by Donna Wayt, our nursery a6endant.

Fellowship Commi/ee - This group of volunteers 'give thanks in everything they do' as they organize and

serve a variety of events and ac'vi'es for LCOOR. There were a number of addi'onal events they helped co-

ordinate and were involved in this year. This is an overview of the 2016 events:

• Organizing and serving New Member Orienta'on Luncheon on April 17th

for the new member families,

their sponsors, staff and congrega'onal leaders.

• Working with the Preschool Commi6ee serving a Re'rement Recep'on on Sunday, May 22nd

in honor of

Karen Kasperson and her 22 years of service as the LCOOR Preschool Director/Teacher.

• Planned, hosted and served Re'rement Recep'ons on Saturday & Sunday, July 30th

& 31st

in honor of

Nancy Brinkman in honor of her 26+ years at LCOOR in various capaci'es.

• Hosted and served a Farewell Recep'on for Pastor Chris Matson on Wednesday, September 7th

. Her

husband, Pastor Aaron Matson was also thanked for his service as our Part-'me Visita'on Pastor.

• Monday, November 14, 2016 was the Annual Ladies Night Out Event. 200+ women enjoyed an array of

desserts, beau'ful decora'ons and were entertained by Kim Wagner and the Grape Suze6es. The men

of the congrega'on again assisted the Fellowship Commi6ee in serving the event.

Grief Group - Janet Even led a six-week course on grief from February 11th

through March 17th

. Janet has

graciously given of her 'me and experience to help others dealing with grief for a number of years.

Hospitality Teams—Teams of trained members con'nue to welcome and greet all during the Sunday

morning coffee hour. These hosts and hostesses serve on a once a month rota'onal basis and mingle, greet,

and welcome members and visitors alike – with the goal of helping all feel welcome, seek out visitors and

help them make connec'ons within the congrega'on.

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Meals on Wheels—Julie Rude con'nues to serve as the LCOOR coordinator for the Watertown Communi-

ty ‘Meals on Wheels’ program, overseen by the Interlakes Community Ac'on Program. The faithful volun-

teers 'give thanks' as they deliver meals to the homebound in our community. LCOOR delivers meals one

week out of a ten-week rota'on.

New Members—Our congrega'on con'nued to welcome new members into our congrega'on in April

and November. Le6ers are sent to prospec've members, as well as announcements in worship, invi'ng

them to a6end the following events: A Lutheran Basics Class was held in April for those with a non-Lutheran

background and Chris'anity 101 was held in November for all adults joining at that 'me; Orienta'on Lunch-

eon and coffee; and Welcoming of New Members in the worship services.

Nursery Ministry—In an effort to support and encourage our young families, LCOOR presented new par-

ents with the giZ of an embroidered baby blanket, a God Loves Me Bible Storybook, a book & Chris'an music

CD and a brochure on bap'sm shortly aZer the birth of their child.

Prayer Chain Ministry—The prayer chain is always ready to be ac'vated when the need arises. Members

can request to be either on the Email List or the Telephone List. Prayer requests can be made by calling the

church office or telephone one of the co-chair people – Mary Jo Manzey or Marilyn Chapman. The prayers of

many show God’s love and provide comfort and support from our congrega'on.

Prayer Shawl Ministry—The prayer shawl ministry, organized in April 2007, con'nues to bring love and

comfort to many through the shawls knit and crocheted by members of the group both at home and also

mee'ng twice a month at the church. This program con'nues to be funded only through special giZs and

memorials. We 'give thanks' - Codington County Chapter of Thrivent Financial again gave $500 to be used to

purchase yarn and supplies. We were also 'thankful' for the grant of $500 from LCOOR Mission and Endow-

ment Commi6ee. The shawls, which are blessed in worship, are given to members and non-members alike,

reflect the love of God and of our congrega'on. Shawls con'nue to be shared with the Prairie Lakes Hos-

pice organiza'on, presented to LCOOR gradua'ng high school seniors at Senior Recogni'on and many oth-

ers needing comfort and support.

Road Ditch – Adopt a Highway Project—We thank Al and Pam Raeder for their leadership of this pro-

ject. Each spring and fall, they help organize a group of volunteers who pick-up and clean a two-mile stretch

of Highway 20. A 'me of fellowship and refreshments follow at the church aZer the clean-up. In Septem-

ber, this project was part of the ‘God’s Work, Our Hands’ project. 'We give thanks' for the volunteers who

help care for our earth.

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Scholarship Programs - Our congrega'on awards $400.00 per year to be matched by the college to each

of our members who a6end an ELCA college.

Augustana College

• Courtney Hardie

• Taylor Stacey

• Justus St. Sauver

• Megan Knadle

• Mark DeSpiegler

• Lydia Peterson

Concordia College

• Kade Davidson

Grandview University

• Jordan Feige

Welcome Center Teams—We 'give thanks' for the friendly and helpful folks at the Welcome Center each

Saturday and Sunday. These trained volunteers serve on a rota'onal basis. They are available to answer

ques'ons about LCOOR, direct people to Bible Study loca'ons, assist with sign-ups, take informa'on and

payments, sell SCRIP, cookbooks and much more – always ready to greet one and all with a smile and a

friendly welcome!

2016 was a year with much 'to be thankful for' and I thank God for the opportunity to have worked alongside

members of this wonderful congrega'on as well as their support and encouragement. I was delighted to see

how members of the congrega'on stepped up to con'nue the ministries of our congrega'on during the

transi'on from my re'rement to now as 2017 begins with the hiring of Emily VanLith. She will be available

to walk alongside you, suppor'ng and encouraging members of LCOOR, as we con'nue to 'In everything give

thanks'!

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WOMENOFTHEELCAREPORT


Annual Rummage & Bake Sale Rummage/Bake Sale was held April 28 & 29th. Items were able to be brought in beginning April 27th. Thank

you to everyone who helped staff these 'mes and to all who brought in rummage items.

Lutheran World Relief Thank you to Dave & Marvey Sa6er, Gary & Vivian Westgard, Doug Alvine and Phil Lickei for loading the box-

es to take to Grace Lutheran Church for shipping.

Kits & Quilts Made in 2016

● 245 Quilts ● 194 School Kits ● 48 Bars of Soap

● 7 Blankets ● 23 Personal Care Kits ● 9 Fabric Kits

● 27 Baby Care Kits

Thank you to all who helped make, sew and put together kits and quilts for Lutheran World Relief.

Funerals The Funeral Commi6ee served 17 funerals in 2016. Thank you to everyone who helped serve and furnish

cakes.

Treasurer’s Report Submi6ed by Sandy Peterson, Treasurer

Balance 12-31-2015 = $2,000.47

Rummage Sale Proceeds given

$1,285.41—LCOOR Youth Camperships

$642.71—Hunger-Free Codington County Sandwich Ministry

$642.70—St. Dysmas

Mini-Advent Fair and Lefse Sale Proceeds given

$800.00—Hunger-Free Codington County Sandwich Ministry

$800.00—LCOOR Care Fund

$800.00—Beacon Center

$500.00—Elizabeth Johnson (Cameroon Missionary)

$500.00—St. Dysmas

Other GiQs Given During 2016

$331.00—LCOOR Camperships

$100.00—Women of the ELCA Synodical

$110.00—LCOOR Christmas Care Fund

Balance 12-31-2016 = $3,041.67

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WORSHIP&MUSICCOMMITTEEREPORT

Submi6ed by Robbyn Givens, Worship & Music Coordinator

Let them praise his name with dancing, making melody to him with tambourine and lyre. Psalm 149:3

There is a mul'tude of individuals willing to share their talents. LCOOR’s music ministry provides opportuni-

'es to serve with the Praise & Rejoice Choir, Handbell Choir or as part of the adult or youth Worship Teams.

Adults and teens are also invited to be a part of brass, woodwind or string ensembles, to serve as vocal or

instrumental soloists or ensemble members. Organ, piano and keyboard musicians share their giZs at each

worship service. Church school children have special musical opportuni'es several 'mes each year, as well.

There are many other ways to serve in worship at LCOOR, too. Many have served through drama, liturgical

dance, as acolytes or as Children’s Church leaders. Many people serve as head ushers and sound and projec-

'on team members at LCOOR’s four weekly services and during addi'onal fes'val worship services and

events. Altar Commi6ee members assist with communion and keep our altar area clean. Volunteers share

their giZs decora'ng the sanctuary and our church building for special worship services and to celebrate the

seasons.

The congrega'on is encouraged to par'cipate through Faith & Care. As our members’ lives become more

and more busy we con'nue to struggle with encouraging people to commit to serving at worship through

Faith & Care. Sixty volunteer opportuni'es were available at worship during a communion week this year, a

few less during a non-communion week. Although families are only asked to serve once every 13 months,

finding the needed volunteers is difficult. The Worship & Music Commi6ee con'nues to discuss and look for

be6er ways to call our members to service.

It has been an exci'ng, faith-enriching year at Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer. Here are some highlights:

• Lenten Series: Journey to the Cross, based on Mark 14 & 15.

Pastors Kent, Chris, Aaron, Kathy and Gary all proclaimed the word throughout Lent focusing on a specific

word from the scripture. Each word: BREAD, SLEEP, KISS, TEARS, SILENCE, PAIN and DEATH, was added

one at a 'me to a 12-foot-high by six-foot-wide cross created by Roger and Linda Austad as a centerpiece

for our Lenten journey. Approximately 30 middle and high school youth served through the Lenten Youth

Music Team, leading Lenten worship each week. Lent ended with a group of 12 men and one woman

sharing the story of Jesus along with musicians and singers as our mostly second graders shared in their

First Communion on Maundy Thursday. We hosted a Good Friday Tenabrae service and finally three wor-

ship services on Easter Sunday. Many, from the Lenten Youth Music Team to the handbells, choir and

brass musicians all played a part in celebra'ng Christ's resurrec'on throughout the weeks of Lent and

Holy Week. More than 1,300 were in a6endance on Easter Sunday.

• Chris'an actor and speaker, Rev. Jonathon Swenson, shared Witnesses, wri6en by Curt Cloninger, at two

worship services on Sunday, May 15th

. A s'ngy Innkeeper with a Bronx accent, an Italian Lazarus who

likes pasta and a joyful Simon Peter on Easter morning, were just a few of the eight characters that came

to life in this one-man drama'c presenta'on.

• From Memorial weekend to Labor Day weekend the congrega'on con'nues to worship at Memorial Park

on Lake Kampeska. Song leaders lead hymns for worship accompanied by keyboard and oZen guitar.

Worship Team members also led worship once each month.

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• The pain'ngs created by Paul Oman at worship events in May 2015 were beau'fully framed by Dale Even

and hung in the Chapel.

• Three vibrant worship teams lead at the Sunday 8:30 a.m. service and Wednesday 6:30 p.m. services.

Thanks go to our Team leaders, Jim Miller, Julianne Decker and Robbyn Givens. Team members and lead-

ers par'cipated in a day-long training workshop led by Jay Beech, the director of the Center for Worship &

Music Studies. Training was made possible by a $1,000 Mission & Endowment Commi6ee grant. A very

good used digital drum set was purchased from Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls. Musicians to

play the drums are needed. If you know of someone that plays drums, please let us know!

• Members of the Sound & Projec'on Team par'cipated in a sound training workshop presented by Jay

Beech, as well.

• Special music is provided by several groups and individuals.

• The Praise & Rejoice Choir, under the direc'on of Arlene Brandt-Jenson and the Handbell Choir, under the

direc'on of Pat Crom and Bev Splinter, con'nue to upliZ the congrega'on and share the good news of

Jesus Christ. AZer many years of direc'ng the Handbell Choir, Pat Crom re'red as director, although she

con'nues to ring with the group. Bev Splinter moved from playing the “big bells” to direc'ng in Septem-

ber of this year.

• The Liturgical Dance team con'nues to grow under the leadership of Sara Goddard. New costumes and

props were purchased to enhance their worship through movement. This was made possible by a Mission

& Endowment Commi6ee grant.

• Graphics run before each service and during announcements, as well as on the TVs in the Gathering Space,

to let members know what is going on and how they can get involved.

• We are blessed with capable pianists/organists. If others are out there hiding, please let us know!

• The WOW (Word on Wednesday) worship service con'nues to grow on Wednesday evenings. This family-

friendly service is currently the second largest service at LCOOR, second only to the 8:30 a.m. Sunday ser-

vice.

• Christmas Eve celebra'ons included four services. Brass, organ, piano, flute and guitar accompanied the

Christmas carols and more during the services. The Praise & Rejoice Choir, Handbell Choir, individual vocal

and instrumental soloists and duets were also part of the special musical selec'ons at each of the services.

Close to 1,600 worshipped and celebrated the birth of our Lord in 2016!

The Worship & Music Commi6ee serves in an advisory capacity to, and in partnership with, Lutheran Church

of Our Redeemer’s pastors and worship leaders.

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YOUTHMINISTRIESREPORT

RespecXully Submi6ed by Philip Lickei, Director of Youth and Family Ministries

2016 was a year of amazing excitement and growth within the youth ministry programs of Our Redeemer.

Numerous youth ministry opportuni'es allowed for our youth to grow in their faith through study, fellow-

ship, prayer, worship, and service. Below is a list of the many ministry opportuni'es that our youth par'ci-

pated in this past year.

• High School “Deeper” (Average a6endance 35-40)

• High School “Deeper 2.0” (Average a6endance 8)

• Luther League (MS Youth Group) [Average a6endance 15-20]

• Monday High School Lunch (Average a6endance 25-30 Juniors/Seniors)

• 7th

/8th

Grade Confirma'on Workshops (91 Confirma'on Students)

• Christmas Visi'ng (28 homes/care centers visited)

• Lutheran Outdoors Summer Camps

• High School Mission Trip to Denver, CO (35 youth & 5 leaders)

• Middle School Mission Trip to Kansas City, KS ( 20 youth & 6 leaders)

• Par'cipa'ng in the Watertown PACH Program

• Served at the Watertown Banquet

• Lenten Youth Music Team (Over 35 youth and 7 adult leaders)

• Serving at StoneyBrook Assisted Living in Watertown

Leading Bingo, craZs and visi'ng residents

• Youth Teaching Chris'an Educa'on Classes on Sunday’s and Wednesday’s

40 Youth teach on Wednesday and/or Sunday

• Preparing Cinnamon Rolls for Sunday Morning

• Assis'ng with VBS

• Playing various instruments for Worship

• God’s Work Our Hands

• Par'cipated with Angel Tree during the Christmas Season

• Volunteering at Joy Ranch for various events and ac'vi'es

I want to extend a “Huge” thank you to the community of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer for all of their

support towards all of our Youth Ministry programs. Faith is strengthened, lives are changed, and people are

ministered to because of the overwhelming support of this important ministry. May God bless this ministry

as we dive “headfirst” into 2017!

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Hunger-free Codington County (Sandwich Ministry)

2017 Focus:

1) Have those we help, help us in some small way:

Put room numbers on sandwich bags.

Put scripture reading into each bag.

2) Provide food for the weekend (Saturday / Sunday).

3) Provide something special for the children:

Sugarless energy drink, etc.

Places such as the Palace have a great need for the children.

Ma6hew 26:45

He will reply, “I tell you the truck, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do

for me.”

Who we are:

A. In 2010 a small group of people met to put together a plan for serving those in Codington County

who did not have access to food every day. It is a non-denomina'onal, non-poli'cal group who

simply loves Jesus and wants to serve Him this way.

B. Codington County has a popula'on of 30,000 people of which an es'mate of 15%, or 4500 peo-

ple go to bed hungry some'me during the week.

C. The program started with about 20 sandwiches on Saturdays. We now deliver 165 sack lunches

(sandwich, fruit, and homemade cookies) every Monday, Wednesday and Friday to 10 apartment

type buildings. THAT’S 25,740 LUNCHES DELIVERED IN A YEAR…OVER 50,000 HOMEMADE COOK-

IES!

D. In addi'on to the sandwich program, there are hot meals served 5 days a week throughout Wa-

tertown provided by different church organiza'ons. Several food pantries are also available to

the hungry.

E. If we get $100, we spend $100 on food…no management overhead.

F. We will have up to 10 people show up at the Salva'on Army on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fri

days to make and pack the lunches. Three different people or couples deliver the lunches one day

a week. MANY people bake in their homes to provide the cookies that go into the lunches.

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2017PROPOSEDBUDGET


Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer

Plan - 3% salary increase + addtl 10% increase to health benefits to account for having to pay FICA Taxes on that

2016 2017

Promised $681,787.00 695,116.00

Non-Promised $174,788.00 181,163.00

Loose $20,000.00 20,000.00

Church School $3,000.00 3,000.00

Christian Preschool $45,000.00 45,000.00

Other $3,270.00 3,270.00

Designated Mission Giving

TOTAL $927,845.00 947,549.00

Budget - 2016 Plan - 2017

Missions

Partners in Mission

1101 St. Dysmas $1,500.00 1,500.00

1102 Pine Ridge $1,500.00 1,500.00

1104 SD Lutherans Outdoors $1,500.00 1,500.00

1105 SS Mission Outreach

1107 Nicaragua Youth Retreat $1,500.00 1,500.00

1108 Companion Synod - Nicaragua $1,500.00 1,500.00

1110 Lutheran Campus Ministry $1,500.00 1,500.00

1201 ELCA & SD Synod Mission Support $45,000.00 45,000.00

1204 ELCA World Hunger/Global Health Ministries $2,500.00 2,500.00

1205 Pueblo de Dios - SF $1,500.00 1,500.00

1209 Salvation Army - One Roof $1,500.00 1,500.00

1210 Lutheran Social Services $1,500.00 1,500.00

1211 Mission Partners - Cameroon $1,500.00 1,500.00

1212 LCOOR Care Fund $1,500.00 1,500.00

1213 Sandwich Ministry $3,000.00 3,000.00

Grants

1301 ELCA College Scholarships $3,000.00 3,000.00

Total $70,000.00 70,000.00

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Worship & Service

Salaries

2101 Organist/Pianist $13,020.00 13,020.00

2102 Choir Directors $8,320.00 8,320.00

2104 Nursery Sitter $3,300.00 1,800.00

2106 FICA $3,227.00 3,516.00

2107 Worship Coordinator $34,925.00 37,973.00

2108 Benefit Package $2,096.00 2,278.00

2109 Health Insurance $7,260.00 7,986.00

2110 Continuing Ed/Robbyn & Choir Director $1,550.00 1,550.00

2112 Sound and Projection Team $2,830.00 2,830.00

Music

2201 Instrumental/Contemp. Team Music $300.00 300.00

2202 Sr. Choir Music $500.00 500.00

2203 Handbell Music $300.00 300.00

Miscellaneous

2301 Bulletins/Devotionals $1,500.00 1,500.00

2303 Copyright/Sundays & Seasons $2,000.00 2,000.00

2305 Nursery Supplies $100.00 100.00

2307 Festival Decorations/Visuals $600.00 600.00

2310 Special Worship Programming $3,000.00 1,500.00

Altar

2401 Altar Supplies $1,500.00 1,500.00

Equipment- upkeep/repair

2501 Pianos $1,500.00 1,500.00

2502 Misc. Equipment, Repairs $2,500.00 2,850.00

2503 Sound System $1,000.00 1,000.00

Total $91,328.00 92,923.00

Parish Education & Programs

Salaries

3100 Education Coordinator $25,323.00 26,083.00

3102 FICA $1,988.00 2,051.00

3103 Health Insurance $660.00 726.00

3108 Continuing Ed $500.00 500.00

3109 Program Ministry Aide

Curriculum

3201 Church School $9,500.00 9,500.00

3202 Vacation Bible School $3,000.00 3,000.00

3204 Adult Bible Study $500.00 500.00

3205 Bibles $3,000.00 3,000.00

3207 Equipment $1,000.00 1,000.00

4203 Elementary School Activities 750.00

Total $45,471.00 47,110.00

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Parish Youth Program

Salaries

4100 Youth Director $41,241.00 42,478.00

4102 FICA $3,710.00 3,860.00

4104 Benefit Pkg $2,474.00 2,549.00

4105 Health Care Insurance $7,260.00 7,986.00

4106 Continuing Ed $500.00 500.00

Youth

4201 Sr. High Activities $1,000.00 750.00

4202 Middle School Activities $1,000.00 750.00

4203 Elementary School Activities $750.00 moved to Parish Ed

4204 Youth Camperships $2,000.00 2,000.00

Curriculum

4301 Curriculum/church School/Confirm. $1,000.00 750.00

4302 6th Grade Confirmation Camp $2,000.00 2,000.00

Youth & Family

4504 Youth & Family Enrichment $5,300.00 3,000.00

4505 Monday Noon Youth Meals $2,250.00 2,000.00

Total $70,485.00 68,623.00

Outreach

Evangelism

5102 Advertising $3,000.00 2,500.00

5103 The Lutheran Magazine $150.00 150.00

5104 Evangelism Supplies $400.00 400.00

5105 Hospitality $600.00 600.00

5106 Befriender Ministry $2,500.00 1,000.00

5107 Nursery Packets $500.00 500.00

5108 Gods Work Our Hands $2,000.00 3,000.00

5110 Senior Ministry $1,000.00 1,000.00

Fellowship

5201 Supplies $1,500.00 1,500.00

Stewardship

5301 Materials & Supplies $2,000.00 2,000.00

5303 Stewardship Drive $3,000.00 3,000.00

Miscellaneous

5402 General Synod Assembly $2,200.00 1,800.00

Health & Wellness

5404 Wellness Expenses/AED $250.00 250.00

Salaries

5501 Welcome & Caring Coordinator $46,348.00 41,000.00

5502 Benefit Pkg $2,781.00 2,000.00


5504 FICA $4,101.00 3,672.00

5505 Continuing Ed $500.00 500.00

Total $80,090.00 71,872.00

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2017PROPOSEDBUDGET



Pastoral Leadership

Senior Pastor

6101 Salary $53,810.00 55,424.00

6102 Housing Allowance $19,478.00 22,478.00

6104 Health Coverage/Pension $34,009.00 35,871.00

6105 Continuing Ed $1,000.00 1,300.00

6107 Social Security Offset $5,607.00 6,360.00

6109 Professional Expenses $1,500.00 2,000.00

Assoc. Pastor

6401 Salary $40,300.00 40,300.00

6402 Housing $16,232.00 16,232.00

6404 Health Coverage/Pension $20,265.00 20,265.00

6405 Continuing Ed $900.00 1,200.00

6407 Social Security Offset $4,325.00 4,325.00

6409 Professional Expenses $500.00 700.00

Miscellaneous

6301 Watertown Ministerial Assoc. $100.00 100.00

6302 Pastoral Conferences $4,000.00 4,000.00

6303 Pastors' Mileage $4,500.00 4,500.00

6304 Visitation Pastor $9,180.00 10,000.00

6305 Continuing Ed for Visitation Pastor $400.00 200.00

6306 Guest Preaching Pastor $1,500.00 1,000.00

Total $217,606.00 226,255.00

Church Operations

Secretarial Salaries

7101 Salary/Administrative $29,649.00 33,384.00

7102 Salary/Business Manager $25,307.00 26,066.00

7103 FICA (Jodi) $2,824.00 3,165.00

7104 FICA (Donna) $2,491.00 2,605.00

7105 Continuing Ed $600.00 600.00

7106 Benefit Pkg (Jodi) $3,297.00 2,003.00

7108 Health Insurance (Jodi) $14,520.00 7,986.00

7109 Benefit Pkg (Donna) 1,564.00

7110 Health Insurance (Donna) 7,986.00

7111 Receptionist Assistant 2,000.00

7112 Receptionist Assistant FICA 153.00

Office Operations

7201 General Supplies $10,000.00 10,000.00

7202 Computers and Support $5,000.00 5,000.00

7203 Prairie Coteau Conference Dues $700.00 700.00

7204 Telephone/Internet $4,400.00 4,400.00

7205 Postage $6,000.00 6,000.00

7206 Copier Lease and Expense $7,500.00 7,500.00

7207 Office Equipment $1,500.00 1,500.00

7208 Staff Mileage $2,000.00 1,000.00

7210 Accounting/Legal $1,000.00 1,000.00

7211 Bank Charges $800.00 1,300.00

Total $117,588.00 125,912.00

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Church Home

Mortgage

8101 Mortgage Payment $52,934.00 52,934.00

Custodial Salaries

8201 Salaries $14,750.00 14,193.00

8203 FICA $1,128.00 1,086.00

8204 Health Insurance

8205 Benefit Package

8206 Continuing Ed

8210 Janitorial Services $13,500.00 17,505.00

Custodial Supplies

8301 Cleaning Supplies/Misc. $3,000.00 3,500.00

8302 Paper Products $2,500.00 2,500.00

Grounds Maintenance

8401 Supplies/Services $3,500.00 3,500.00

8402 Maintenance of Equipment $1,500.00 1,500.00

8404 Snow Removal $8,000.00 8,000.00

Building Maintenance

8502 Painting $1,000.00 1,000.00

8504 Maintenance $15,000.00 15,000.00

8505 Equipment $2,000.00 2,000.00

8506 Utilities $42,000.00 42,000.00

8507 Insurance $15,210.00 16,210.00

Transportation

8601 Transportation Expenses Total $176,022.00 180,928.00

Christian Preschool

Salaries

9101 Director/Teacher $26,980.00 27,295.00

9102 Teacher Assistant $12,367.00 13,463.00

9103 FICA $2,619.00 2,699.00

9104 Continuing Ed $600.00 600.00

9105 Benefit Pkg $1,619.00 1,638.00

9106 Substitute Teacher $600.00 600.00

9107 FICA - Assistant $946.00 1,030.00


Supplies/Equipment

9201 Supplies $2,250.00 2,250.00

9202 Equipment $500.00 500.00

Advertising

9401 Newpaper/Radio $400.00 400.00 Total $56,141.00 58,461.00

Contingency

9901 Miscellaneous $1,500.00 1,500.00

9902 Capital Improvement Fund $1,500.00 1,500.00 Total $3,000.00 3,000.00

Grand Total $927,731.00 945,084.00

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